‘Coerulea’ is one of the hardier lacecap Hydrangeas, up to zone 6. The inner perfect flowers are deep blue while the outer ray flowers are blue or white. It has been cultivated since 1846. This deciduous, rounded shrub has ovate, […]
Hydrangea macrophylla ( Bigleaf Hydrangea )
H. macrophylla is a deciduous, rounded shrub that has ovate, toothed green leaves to 8 inches long. Enormous flower clusters to 8 inches across bloom in summer and early fall. Lacecaps have small fertile flowers in the center of the […]
Hydrangea arborescens ( Sterilis Hydrangea )
‘Sterilis’ is often confused with ‘Grandiflora’ but has a flatter topped flower head. Elegant best discribes this plant. Welcomed, mid to late summer flowers are white to greenish-cream and 6 inches across. More tolerant of sun than most hydrangeas. Flowers […]
Hydrangea arborescens ( Hills of Snow Hydrangea )
‘Grandiflora’ is very commonly available at nurseries. It bears large white flowers 6-8 inches across. Not as symmetrical as ‘Annabelle’, nevertheless a handsome plant. Elegant best discribes this plant. Welcomed, mid to late summer flowers are white to greenish-cream and […]
Hydrangea anomala ( Climbing Hydrangea )
H. anomala are self-clinging deciduous vine that produces large, flat clusters of flowers. Domed clusters of lacy white flowers are produced in spring. Attractive dark green foliage, to 5 inches long turns yellow in fall. Thrives in shade. Excellent trained […]
Hyacinthus orientalis ( White Pearl Dutch Hyacinth )
H. orientalis are perennial bulbs with strap-shaped, basal leaves, 6-14 inches long. Extremely fragrant, funnel-shaped, six-petaled blooms are held in large, dense racemes, up to 8 inches long. Flowers of ‘White Pearl’ are single, pure white. Highly suitable for forcing […]
Hyacinthus orientalis ( Sheila Dutch Hyacinth )
H. orientalis are perennial bulbs with strap-shaped, basal leaves, 6-14 inches long. Extremely fragrant, funnel-shaped, six-petaled blooms are held in large, dense racemes, up to 8 inches long. Flowers of ‘Sheila’ are single, soft pink. Highly suitable for forcing indoors. […]
Hyacinthus orientalis ( Princess Maria Christina Dutch Hyacinth )
H. orientalis are perennial bulbs with strap-shaped, basal leaves, 6-14 inches long. Extremely fragrant, funnel-shaped, six-petaled blooms are held in large, dense racemes, up to 8 inches long. Flowers of ‘Princess Maria Christina’ are single, soft apricot. Highly suitable for […]
Hyacinthus orientalis ( Ostara Dutch Hyacinth )
H. orientalis are perennial bulbs with strap-shaped, basal leaves, 6-14 inches long. Extremely fragrant, funnel-shaped, six-petaled blooms are held in large, dense racemes, up to 8 inches long. Flowers of ‘Ostara’ are single, brilliant purplish-blue. Highly suitable for forcing indoors. […]
Hyacinthus orientalis ( La Victoire Dutch Hyacinth )
H. orientalis are perennial bulbs with strap-shaped, basal leaves, 6-14 inches long. Extremely fragrant, funnel-shaped, six-petaled blooms are held in large, dense racemes, up to 8 inches long. Flowers of ‘La Victoire’ are single, rich red. Highly suitable for forcing […]
